GEMSTONE
FAQ
AURUMLUMINOS, we offer a range of gemstones. Apart from our lab-grown gemstones like sapphire, ruby, alexandrite, and diamond, all other gemstones are guaranteed to be natural. The only exception is Moissanite, which is not a natural gemstone but is highly regarded for its brilliance and durability. Each natural gemstone is unique, with variations in color and details, making every piece of jewelry truly one-of-a-kind.
Our collection includes lab-grown sapphires, rubies, alexandrites, and diamonds. These gemstones are crafted to mirror the exact properties of their natural counterparts, offering a more sustainable and affordable alternative without compromising on quality. The gemstone type is clearly indicated in the product description when purchasing a ring.
Proper care for both natural and lab-grown gemstones involves regular cleaning with a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals, and storing pieces separately to prevent scratches. Each gemstone type may have specific care instructions, which we provide with your purchase to ensure your jewelry remains as beautiful as the day you bought it.
Each month is associated with a specific birthstone, believed to bring good luck and protection. Here’s a quick guide:
- January: Garnet
- February: Amethyst
- March: Aquamarine
- April: Diamond (including lab-grown diamonds)
- May: Emerald
- June: Pearl or Alexandrite (including lab-grown alexandrite)
- July: Ruby (including lab-grown ruby)
- August: Peridot
- September: Sapphire (including lab-grown sapphire)
- October: Opal or Tourmaline
- November: Topaz or Citrine
- December: Tanzanite, Zircon, or Turquoise
For more detailed information, visit our Birthstone page to find the perfect birthstone jewelry.
Natural gemstones are formed under varying conditions in the earth, resulting in unique colors, patterns, and inclusions. No two gemstones are exactly alike, which adds to their beauty and value. At AURUMLUMINOS, we celebrate these natural differences, ensuring that each piece of jewelry is as unique as the person who wears it.
Yes! We offer customization options for both birthstone and other gemstone rings. You can choose your preferred gemstone, setting, and design to create a piece that perfectly matches your style or commemorates a special moment. Our custom rings are made to reflect your individuality and the significance of your chosen gemstone.
Moss Agate
Introduction: Moss Agate is a type of chalcedony featuring green moss-like inclusions, giving it a unique organic appearance. It is often associated with the natural world due to its resemblance to moss-covered landscapes.
Symbolism: Moss Agate is associated with nature and growth, symbolizing abundance, fertility, and new beginnings. Its green hues evoke feelings of harmony and balance, fostering a sense of tranquility and connection with the natural world.
Moissanite
Introduction: Moissanite is a rare mineral discovered in meteorites and found in limited quantities in the Earth's crust. It is prized for its brilliance and fire, resembling the sparkle of diamonds.
Symbolism: Moissanite represents brilliance, innovation, and the pursuit of perfection. Its exceptional sparkle symbolizes the journey towards enlightenment and the pursuit of one's dreams with determination and clarity.
Moonstone
Introduction: Moonstone is a variety of feldspar known for its adularescence, a phenomenon that creates a billowy blue sheen resembling moonlight. It has been revered for centuries for its mystical properties.
Symbolism: Moonstone is linked to intuition, femininity, and inner growth. Its ethereal glow embodies the cycles of the moon, representing transformation, emotional balance, and the journey towards self-discovery.
Sapphire
Introduction: Sapphire is a precious gemstone belonging to the corundum family, known for its brilliant blue hues. It is one of the most revered gemstones throughout history.
Symbolism: Sapphire is associated with wisdom, truth, and spiritual enlightenment. Its deep blue color symbolizes loyalty, inner peace, and mental clarity, guiding the wearer towards higher consciousness and self-expression.
Ruby
Introduction: Ruby is a red variety of corundum, prized for its vibrant color and rarity. It is considered one of the four precious gemstones alongside diamond, sapphire, and emerald.
Symbolism: Ruby symbolizes passion, vitality, and love. Its vibrant red hue represents courage, energy, and deep emotional connections, inspiring the pursuit of one's desires with fervor and enthusiasm.
Pearl
Introduction: Pearl is an organic gemstone formed within the shells of mollusks such as oysters and mussels. It is treasured for its lustrous appearance and timeless elegance.
Symbolism: Pearl symbolizes purity, innocence, and spiritual transformation. Formed within the depths of the ocean, pearls represent hidden beauty emerging from adversity, embodying resilience, and inner grace.
Alexandrite
Introduction: Alexandrite is a rare color-changing variety of chrysoberyl, displaying hues of green in daylight and red under incandescent light. It is highly prized for its unique optical properties.
Symbolism: Alexandrite embodies transformation, luck, and intuition. Its color-changing properties symbolize adaptability and the ability to embrace change, guiding the wearer towards self-discovery and personal growth.
Black Onyx
Introduction: Black Onyx is a variety of chalcedony featuring a solid black color. It has been prized for millennia for its sleek appearance and mystical properties.
Symbolism: Black Onyx represents protection, strength, and grounding. Its deep black color symbolizes resilience and the ability to overcome challenges, providing a sense of stability and inner peace in times of turmoil.
Opal
Introduction: Opal is a unique gemstone known for its play-of-color, displaying a dazzling array of spectral hues. It is prized for its iridescence and captivating beauty.
Symbolism: Opal symbolizes creativity, inspiration, and emotional healing. Its iridescent colors evoke feelings of wonder and imagination, encouraging self-expression and the exploration of one's inner depths.
Amethyst
Introduction: Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz prized for its rich color and transparency. It has been revered for centuries for its beauty and spiritual significance.
Symbolism: Amethyst is associated with spirituality, intuition, and inner peace. Its purple hues symbolize spiritual wisdom, protection, and the purification of the mind, guiding the wearer towards higher consciousness and spiritual enlightenment.
Emerald
Introduction: Emerald is a green variety of beryl prized for its vivid color and exceptional clarity. It has been cherished for millennia for its beauty and rarity.
Symbolism: Emerald symbolizes growth, prosperity, and harmony. Its lush green color represents vitality, fertility, and abundance, fostering a sense of balance and renewal in both the physical and spiritual realms.
Morganite
Introduction: Morganite is a pink to peach-colored variety of beryl, prized for its soft pastel hues and brilliance. It is named after financier and gem enthusiast J.P. Morgan.
Symbolism: Morganite represents love, compassion, and emotional healing. Its soft pink hue symbolizes unconditional love, inner strength, and the nurturing of relationships, fostering a sense of harmony and tranquility in the heart.
Tanzanite
Introduction: Tanzanite is a blue to violet variety of zoisite, known for its striking color and rarity. It was discovered in Tanzania in the 1960s, making it a relatively recent addition to the world of gemstones.
Symbolism: Tanzanite embodies creativity, spirituality, and transformation. Its vivid blue-violet color symbolizes intuition, insight, and the exploration of higher consciousness, guiding the wearer towards self-discovery and personal growth.
Garnet
Introduction: Garnet is a group of silicate minerals available in a variety of colors, most commonly red. It has been prized for its beauty and durability since ancient times.
Symbolism: Garnet symbolizes passion, vitality, and protection. Its deep red hues represent courage, energy, and commitment, inspiring the pursuit of goals with determination and perseverance.
Diamond
Introduction: Diamond is a rare and precious gemstone composed of pure carbon. It is prized for its brilliance, clarity, and durability, making it one of the most coveted gemstones in the world.
Symbolism: Diamond represents wealth, optimism, and destiny. Its brilliance and clarity symbolize the pursuit of excellence, guiding the wearer towards success, abundance, and fulfillment in all aspects of life.
Salt and Pepper Diamond
Introduction: Salt and Pepper Diamond is a unique variety of diamond featuring distinctive black and white inclusions. These natural imperfections give each stone its own character and charm.
Symbolism: Salt and Pepper Diamond symbolizes uniqueness, resilience, and natural beauty. Its distinctive speckled appearance represents the beauty found in imperfections, reminding us of the strength and individuality within us all.